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Posted by William Gill on 12/05/07 16:11
dorayme wrote:
> Don't get me going William! Underneath its painting by numbers I
> was seeing a highly unlikely cloying social message about
> families. But never mind, the main thing was its straining
> unlikelihoods. Superman was far more honest and likely in my
> estimation.
It may be that it was too long ago for me to remember any underlying
message. I never like arrogant Hollywood semi-literate types telling
everyone how the world should be, but most times they can't help
themselves (It's not the ego I mind, it's the abuse of the podium). I
did say it was flawed. I remember having to throw out some of the
trash, I just don't remember the specifics. To put it in perspective,
my recollection would be much different if it cost me $9.00 per person
as opposed to the free DVD rental it was. Then again, I enjoy the Die
Hard movies, and they make absolutely no pretense at "honest or likely",
and I don't mind paying $9.00 a head. If I watched only "good" movies,
I would watch far fewer than I already do. There are times when the
only way to rest my brain is to occupy it with something that takes no
real thought. I have often described motorcycle riding as great
meditation. The rider must focus on the mechanics and the environment.
No monumental mental task, but it keeps the mind off "the bills",
deadlines, performance appraisals, etc. In addition the sheer joy and
freedom of riding provides so much positive mental energy. How quickly
could I destroy that if I begin dissecting it for risk factor,
practicality, cost benefit analysis, and so on. Like the man said,
"Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar."
> I realise this following bit is going to be strictly OT but If
> you want a film that is a rollicking good natured tale with no
> 'great underlying meaning', I recommend Master and Commander.
Again a while ago, but I think it was more up the scale on my hot dog/
strip steak meter.
--
Bill
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